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Domain name policing and enforcement
Safenames Ltd
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15 Apr2021
Understanding the UDRP: how counsel can overcome uncertainty in proceedings
Counsel often has the difficult task of assessing the likelihood of success in UDRP proceedings, which can lead to giving percentage estimates to clients. However, deeper understanding of the policy and careful assessment of a case help counsel identify and convey shortcomings to their clients early on. Full text
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8 Apr2021
Limitations of the concept of ‘constructive notice’ in the UDRP
The concept of ‘constructive notice’ has been discussed in several UDRP decisions in the past. However, it is only ever applied in narrow circumstances and complainants attempting to rely on it face a number of risks. Full text
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18 Mar2021
Rightmove successfully proves similarity in ‘.uk’ dispute
Rightmove has recovered the domain name ‘righttrade.uk’ through the ‘.uk’ registry domain dispute resolution procedure, after successfully proving that the domain name was similar enough to the RIGHTMOVE trademark. Full text
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4 Mar2021
How UDRP proceedings are helping brands tackle punysquatting
Punycode cybersquatting can cause significant damage to reputable brands. A number of cases, including one targeting BMW customers, reveals why brand owners – especially those that do not use the Latin alphabet – should familiarise themselves with the best methods of protecting their domain names from such attacks. Full text
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18 Feb2021
Post-Brexit roadmap – restrictions on ‘.fr’ domain registrations explained
The United Kingdom’s departure from the European Union has had major consequences for UK residents looking to register ‘.fr’ domain names. Here are the key points for brand owners to be aware of. Full text
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28 Jan2021
Cybersquatting trends and strategies that brand owners need to know
As the covid-19 pandemic has led to a surge in online scams, it is vital that brand owners are fully versed in protecting their reputation, goods and services. With cybersquatting being the main form of online fraud, experts give their insight into how best to tackle this. Full text